Omidyar Network
Pierre Omidyar, the founder of eBay, and his wife, Pam, established Omidyar Network based on the belief that every person has the potential to make a difference. Since 2004, they have worked with their partners to create opportunities for people to tap that potential, enabling them to improve their lives and make powerful contributions to their communities. They support, scale, and champion the work of their partners in order to maximize social impact. As a philanthropic investment firm, they make both investments and grants, identifying like-minded organizations that they support, help scale, and collaborate with to help realize their full potential. Their efforts are organized around two investment initiatives Access to Capital, and Media, Markets and Transparency.
De Correspondent
Grant in 2018
De Correspondent is a Dutch-language online journalism platform that offers in-depth background analysis, investigative reporting, and stories often overlooked by mainstream media. Launched in 2013, it aims to provide an antidote to conventional news cycles by focusing on collaborative and constructive journalism. The platform is ad-free and features a variety of content, including articles, videos, and podcasts, accessible to its members. With over 70,000 members, De Correspondent is recognized as one of the largest and fastest-growing member-funded journalism platforms in Europe, emphasizing a commitment to delivering quality journalism that prioritizes substance over sensationalism.
International Consortium of Investigative Journalists
Grant in 2017
International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) is a non-profit organization that brings together journalists from different countries to form cross-border investigative teams to report, edit, and produce multimedia reports. It is a global network of more than 190 investigative journalists in more than 65 countries who collaborate on in-depth investigative stories. ICIJ staff and members regularly contribute to conferences and events around the world and share the findings of investigations, along with the tools and lessons learnt along the way to help promote better understanding and best practices in collaborative journalism. The organization’s advisory committee consists of popular investigative jornalists, including Bill Kovach, Chuck Lewis, Rosental Calmon Alves, Phillip Knightley, Gwen Lister, Goenawan Mohamad, Reginald Chua, and Brant Houston. International Consortium of Investigative Journalists was founded in 1997 by Chuck Lewis and is based in Washington, D.C., United States.
Anchor
Venture Round in 2017
Anchor is the easiest way to make a podcast. Record or upload high-quality audio, host unlimited episodes, and distribute everywhere with just one click. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, there’s never been a better way to podcast.
Rappler
Venture Round in 2016
Rappler, Inc. is a social news network based in Pasig, Philippines, founded in 2012. The platform aims to inspire community engagement and drive social change by publishing impactful news stories. It combines journalism with technology, fostering a space for discussions and collaboration among its audience. A notable feature of Rappler is its "mood meter," which analyzes reader reactions to content, allowing for a deeper understanding of public sentiment on various issues. As a subsidiary of The Adobo Chronicles, Rappler is committed to providing uncompromised journalism that encourages informed conversations and promotes a desire for change within the community.
HiviSasa.com
Venture Round in 2015
At Hivisasa, we believe that societies function best when information flows freely among people. This is why we've created Africa’s first crowdsourced news site. Our innovative platform allows you not just to discover untold stories but also to write your own. Born five years ago, Hivisasa now reaches over two million Kenyan readers a month, whose engagement helps support 1,500+ pioneering local writers. And we are just getting started. As a Kenyan company, community is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to fostering understanding, championing accountability and supporting collective action through local news. All Hivisasa editors are local and proud to collaborate with writers from all walks of life to bring you the news you need to stay ahead.
News Deeply
Seed Round in 2015
News Deeply, Inc. is a media and technology company based in New York that focuses on creating online platforms and projects centered around news, live events, and community engagement. Established in 2012, the company specializes in developing user-centric resources that facilitate public participation and enhance understanding of complex global issues. Through its innovative network of theme-driven information platforms, News Deeply brings together engaged audiences and thought leaders. The company also produces educational content for teachers in the United States and collaborates with think tanks, institutions, and private sector partners on custom projects. One of its notable initiatives is Syria Deeply, an independent digital media project that examines the narrative surrounding global crises.
PandoDaily
Series A in 2014
PandoDaily is an online publication based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in technology news, analysis, and commentary, with a particular emphasis on Silicon Valley and startup companies. Founded in 2011, the company provides a range of content, including published articles, monthly events, live video streams, and an extensive video archive. Additionally, PandoDaily features PandoTicker, a service that delivers daily news updates related to the startup ecosystem. Through its various offerings, PandoDaily aims to inform and engage its audience on developments within the technology sector.
Global Voices
Grant in 2010
Global Voices is a worldwide community of bloggers, editors, and translators who work together to aggregate citizen media, with an emphasis on voices that are not ordinarily heard in the mainstream international media.
Federated Media
Series C in 2008
Federated Media is an integrated media company that drives engagement for brands through pure native content and advertising solutions. Federated Media is involved in many content marketing activities: represents online publishers and their properties to advertisers; supports other properties sponsored by advertiser clients; and owns and operates websites. It also offers media and ad solutions, including standard IAB ads, STAMP and other high-impact ads, engagement ads, conversationalists, social frames, and conversation targeting; content marketing services through custom content series and sponsored blog posts; and advertising opportunities on sponsored properties and communities.
Federated Media
Series B in 2007
Federated Media is an integrated media company that drives engagement for brands through pure native content and advertising solutions. Federated Media is involved in many content marketing activities: represents online publishers and their properties to advertisers; supports other properties sponsored by advertiser clients; and owns and operates websites. It also offers media and ad solutions, including standard IAB ads, STAMP and other high-impact ads, engagement ads, conversationalists, social frames, and conversation targeting; content marketing services through custom content series and sponsored blog posts; and advertising opportunities on sponsored properties and communities.
Wikia is the developer of Fandom, a global entertainment media platform that serves as a hub for fans to explore and celebrate various aspects of pop culture. The platform enables users to engage with content related to games, movies, television, and anime, as well as contribute to fandom wikis. Fandom provides a centralized space for pop culture news, discussions, and discovery, fostering a strong community among enthusiasts. Additionally, it hosts D&D Beyond, a direct-to-consumer service that supports the community of Dungeons & Dragons players and fans.
Federated Media
Seed Round in 2005
Federated Media is an integrated media company that drives engagement for brands through pure native content and advertising solutions. Federated Media is involved in many content marketing activities: represents online publishers and their properties to advertisers; supports other properties sponsored by advertiser clients; and owns and operates websites. It also offers media and ad solutions, including standard IAB ads, STAMP and other high-impact ads, engagement ads, conversationalists, social frames, and conversation targeting; content marketing services through custom content series and sponsored blog posts; and advertising opportunities on sponsored properties and communities.
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